Food Waste Collection And Recycling in London

Food waste isn't just a social or humanitarian issue; it's also a problem for the environment. We waste all the energy and water that goes into growing, harvesting, transporting, and packaging food when we throw it away. Rotting food produces methane, a greenhouse gas that is even more potent than carbon dioxide.

Examples of restaurant food waste include:

• Raw or cooked meat and fish, including bones and skin
• Raw or cooked fruits and vegetables, including peelings
• All non-liquid dairy products, including cheese
• Eggs (shells included)
• Pastries, cakes, and bread
• Beans, rice, and pasta
• Food from plates and dishes that has not been eaten
• Coffee grounds and tea bags
• Food that is past its use-by date or is mouldy

Note: Shredded newspaper, cardboard, and paper should be placed in recycling, not food waste bins.

Certain items cannot be included in food waste recycling and should be sorted separately. These include non-food items such as nappies, oil and liquid fat, any type of packaging, and liquids such as milk which may leak during transport and cause spillages.

Non-food products are those that cannot be eaten but are commonly found in grocery stores, such as cleaning supplies and toilet paper. Below is a list of a few of them.

• Paper towels and feminine products
• Wet wipes and nappies
• Tissues
• Napkins, paper plates, and plastic utensils
• Dishwasher detergent
• Pet food
• Cat litter

There's no time to waste if your company produces or works with food in any way, and making major changes is easier than you might think.

Here are a few reasons commercial food waste disposal is important:

• It saves you money: The amount of money you can save by committing to proper food waste disposal is highly dependent on the amount of waste you generate and the policies you currently have in place. However, any efforts you make to manage food waste may pay off in unexpected ways in the future. Many people are concerned about this issue right now. Your commitment to responsible food waste policies may one day help you land new business or improve your reputation among influential community members.
• It protects the environment: Food that ends up in landfills isn't just thrown away; it's also harmful to the environment. Our environment is also harmed by it. Methane, a harmful greenhouse gas, is produced when organic waste decomposes. The energy and resources used to produce and ship the food are also squandered. Food waste is responsible for approximately 11% of the greenhouse gas emissions produced by the food industry. Commercial food waste disposal practices keep organic waste out of landfills, reducing greenhouse gas emissions
• The law supports it: Local laws may apply to your commercial food waste disposal practices, depending on where you do business. Businesses that generate at least one ton of commercial organic waste per week in London are prohibited from dumping it in landfills. By law, these businesses must dispose of such waste through composting, conversion, recycling, or reuse.
• It is easy to do: It doesn't have to be your responsibility as a business owner to figure out how to properly dispose of commercial food waste. You're already overworked. To change your business's food waste disposal practices, all you need is motivation. Just call us at Any London Waste and we'll take care of your food waste disposal.

The waste hierarchy is an EU concept that underpins all the UK's waste policies. The waste hierarchy requires anyone in charge of waste management to prioritise waste prevention, reuse, and recycling, followed by other types of recovery, such as energy recovery, and finally, disposal. Your local council or another authority will issue you a 'fixed penalty notice.' This will detail which offence you've committed, as well as the potential penalty amount.

• Collection: This is when the food waste is carried from your business location by our team of professionals. Your waste must be carefully put into a waste bin for proper collection.
• Transportation: We have ready vehicles with professional drivers who will help transport your waste to our recycling center. Once the waste is loaded, it will be transported for processing.
• Processing: This is the final step that involves the recycling of wastes. Recyclable wastes are processed into other products to benefit both your business and the environment.

120L food waste bin:

The 120-litre bin is the size of a standard residential wheeled bin and can hold two to three bags of general waste, card, glass, and other materials. Depending on your needs, we can collect daily, weekly, or fortnightly. If your company doesn't generate much waste, a 120-litre bin might be the best option.

240L food waste bin:

A larger wheeled bin capable of holding three to four sacks of waste. Ideal for a small business that generates significant amounts of waste, glass, card or paper, or other types of waste. Depending on your contract and organisational needs, waste can be collected on a daily, weekly, or fortnightly basis.

360L food waste bin:

A larger wheeled bin capable of holding four to five sacks of waste. Ideal for a business that generates substantial general waste or wishes to recycle materials like card or paper. A 360L bin can also be used for different types of waste. This container can be collected on a daily, weekly, or fortnightly basis, depending on your contract requirements and business needs.

There are many advantages to using Any London Waste's local food waste collection service:

• Any London Waste is a significant provider of food waste collection and recycling services in the United Kingdom.
• We help you in complying with food waste regulations.
• We make sure your waste is recycled.

Organizations we work with:

• National high street restaurant chains
• Hospitals, prisons, and local authorities
• Office complexes
• Fast food outlets
• Sports stadiums
• Holiday parks and hotels
• Schools

• East London
• South West London
• North West London
• West London
• South East London
• North London